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The High School Senior Seeking an “Extra Edge”: Meet Facundo
Argentinian learner Facundo N. set about strengthening his skills in front-end development to bolster what he was learning at his technical high school.
October 23, 2025
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Amanda Wicks
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Amanda Wicks has developed and produced content for New York University, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, and City University of New York, among other institutions. She holds a PhD in English.
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